2nd Shift Set-Up Technician: Injection Molding

WeatherTech®; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

End of year bonuses

Pay increases

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

WeatherTech Direct is seeking qualified Set-Up Technicians to promptly set up and monitor injection molding and thermoforming processes on the 2nd shift. The role includes operating cranes and forklifts, reading process sheets, and maintaining mold configurations with attention to safety and efficiency.

Workers will train teammates, perform preventative maintenance, and work overtime as needed to meet production goals while adhering to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine set-up experience.
• 1 year of prior experience operating a powered industrial vehicle (forklift, reach truck).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of plastics injection molding/thermoforming.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead crane to move molds between racks, machines, and pallets.
• Operate sit-down forklifts, reach trucks, and manual lifting devices to move molds and items around the facility.
• Read and understand product briefs and process sheets for accurate machine set up.
• Input process numbers for mold changes and set temperatures.
• Inspect and clean molds between uses and report damages.

Skills

Machine set-up

Forklift operation

Basic math

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

WeatherTech Direct is seeking qualified Set-Up Technicians to promptly set up and monitor injection molding and thermoforming processes on the 2nd shift. The role includes operating cranes and forklifts, reading process sheets, and maintaining mold configurations with attention to safety and efficiency.

Workers will train teammates, perform preventative maintenance, and work overtime as needed to meet production goals while adhering to safety guidelines.